Provides home health care and nursing services * services are provided in the patient's home, in hospital or in a long-term care facility * care is available at hourly, overnight, or live-in rates Ser ... [More]

Work closely with clients and their healthcare team throughout all stages of their therapy Full range of intravenous infusion therapies * parenteral nutrition * enteral nutrition * pain management * w ... [More]

Monthly retirement pension , beginning as early as 60 years or as late as 70 years * full pension if started at 65 years * reduced pension if started before 65 years * increased pension if started aft ... [More]

Information about Federal tax credits, deductions and exemptions specifically for people with disabilities can be obtained at www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/services/tax/individuals/segments/tax-cred ... [More]

Register to have your phone number added to the National Do Not Call list * it may take up to 31 days to begin noticing a reduction in calls * allows consumers to reduce the number of unsolicited tele ... [More]

Provides consular assistance and information for Canadian citizens who will be travelling outside Canada, including a wide range of current information on conditions in foreign countries, information ... [More]

Regulates products, not services, relating to medical devices. Receives complaints and general inquiries about failures, malfunctions or problems with medical devices such as hearing aids and medical ... [More]

National telephone hotline for Indigenous people in Canada who need to speak with counsellors about mental health issues * culturally appropriate counselling support and crisis intervention * informat ... [More]

Indian residential schools resolution health support program * offers professional counseling, emotional support provided by Resolution Health Support Workers, cultural support provided by Elders, and ... [More]

Allows individuals to establish complaints about the conduct of First Nation/Inuit/Métis government bodies and organizations in relation to the funding of the department and the way those funds are ad ... [More]

Library and archives collection * provides Canadians with access to texts, photographs and other documents * preserves the documentary heritage of Canada * provides genealogy and family history servic ... [More]

Old Age Security (OAS) Monthly pension to legal residents of Canada 65 years and older * full pension to those who have lived in Canada for at least 40 years after turning 18 * partial pension may be ... [More]

Protects and presents nationally significant examples of Canada's natural and cultural heritage, fosters public understanding, appreciation and enjoyment in ways that ensure their ecological and comme ... [More]

Grant providing assistance to eligible parents who suffer a loss of income taking time away from work * payments are $350 a week, before tax, paid bi-weekly for up to 35 weeks during the year immediat ... [More]

Old Age Security (OAS) Monthly pension to persons 65 or over regardless of income or assets * must be legal resident of Canada for at least 40 years to receive full pension * also full pension for pe ... [More]

Those who have lived or worked in another country, or are the survivor of someone who has lived or worked in another country, may be eligible for benefits from Canada or abroad. * a social security ag ... [More]

Responsible for all matters related to Canadian passports. Its responsibilities include issuing, revoking, withholding, recovering and providing instructions on the use of Canadian passports. Visas ar ... [More]

Access to information, programs and services for persons with disabilities, their families, their caregivers, service providers, etc. Information and services: * Living with a disability * Child Disab ... [More]

Temporary financial assistance and support in finding new employment * able-bodied claimants must be seeking employment to remain eligible Basic benefit rate is 55% of average insured earnings up to a ... [More]

Provides a number of health support services to veterans and their dependents. Administers disability pensions, widows pensions, prisoner of war pensions, allowances, and other related benefits. Servi ... [More]

Board created by Parliament to provide Veterans and other applicants with an independent avenue of appeal for disability decisions made by Veterans Affairs Canada (VAC, the Department). * Provides app ... [More]

Not-for-profit coalition of individuals and organizations which provides leadership, support and advocacy for Aboriginal people living with and affected by the human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) and t ... [More]

Information on eligibility for British pensions and assistance with the application process * lobbies British government for pension reform, including inflation indexing and reciprocity rights with Ca ... [More]

Major services: Cancer support * matches cancer patients and their caregivers with volunteers who have been through the same experiences * service available in English, French and many other languages ... [More]

Medical clinic that advises on use of cannabis for medical purposes. * does not dispense cannabis Doctors and other staff educate patients about the value of cannabis use for medical reasons * helps p ... [More]

Promotes mutual respect, acceptance and harmony among members of the community by: * providing resources for public education, programs and activities * increasing communication by breaking down barri ... [More]

Organization that promotes diversity in gender identity, gender expression, and romantic and/or sexual orientation in all its forms on a national level through services in the areas of education, heal ... [More]

Works with survivors of genocide, torture and other atrocities to seek redress and bring perpetrators to justice. * Assist people with close relationships to victims who died as a result of human righ ... [More]

A choral group sharing a love for the diverse choral heritage of Croatia. * performs at concerts, festivals and free informal shows at retirement and long-term care facilities and hospitals in the GTA ... [More]

Consumer-based organization originated by and for Canadians who are hard of hearing * promotes the development of social, educational and employment environments * lobbies for accessibility by advisin ... [More]

Provider of services, products, and information that remove barriers to communication, advance hearing health, and promote equity for people who are culturally Deaf, oral deaf, deafened and hard of he ... [More]

National clearinghouse * information and referral for individuals and organizations on the recognition of academic and occupational credentials for working and studying in Canada and abroad * provides ... [More]

Programs and services include: Case Management * helps people manage symptoms in positive ways, get the right care, find a place to live, make healthy choices, and connect to others who can help Infor ... [More]

Provides telephone support and mobile intervention to persons who are in crisis and have a mental health concern * a mobile team of mental health professionals and specially trained, plain-clothed pol ... [More]

The CMC holds over 30,000 musical scores and 22,000 audio recordings in its free lending library * extensive composer profile folios for over 900 Canadian composers * small reference book and internat ... [More]

The establishment and maintenance of a community organization for the purposes of: * Developing and fostering community spirit * Promotion of organized athletics, arts, recreation, education, civic em ... [More]

Services Include: Transportation To medical, dental and hospital appointments and adult day programs, see separate record here Meals On Wheels: Hot or frozen meals for those with difficulty handling f ... [More]

Non-emergency door-to-door transportation services for seniors and people with disabilities who are unable to access other means of transportation * offered to and from medical appointments and treatm ... [More]

Provide low cost transportation for people who are unable to use regular transit * accessible vehicles available * cost is based on destination For more information about transportation to: * Medical ... [More]

A community-based, not-for-profit organization offering free services for individuals and families affected by cancer, living in the greater region of Hamilton and surrounding communities or who are a ... [More]

A community-based organization of volunteers in Halton Hills providing practical support and hope to cancer patients and their families Services include transportation to treatment centres and relaxat ... [More]

A program of Cancer Care Ontario dedicated to providing high quality breast screening services for early detection of breast cancer in women. Breast Screening Service: * screenings done every two year ... [More]

A program of Cancer Care Ontario dedicated to providing high quality breast screening services for early detection of breast cancer in women. Breast Screening Service: * screenings done every two year ... [More]

A program of Cancer Care Ontario dedicated to providing high quality breast screening services for early detection of breast cancer in women. Breast Screening Service: * screenings done every two year ... [More]

Program provided in partnership with CNIB that provides support for individuals with vision loss and additional functional needs due to a permanent physical disability. Services include: * personal ca ... [More]

Community hub of service agencies collaborating to offer easier access to integrated health and social services and maximize the client-centred care experience for Halton Hills residents Participating ... [More]

Guide includes detailed listings of most retirement residences, long-term care homes and in-home services, as well as online needs assessment tool, and information on living at home, caregiving and fi ... [More]

Personal emergency response system with no monitoring fees or contracts * an alternative to those that do not want to pay for monitoring in order to get help in case of an emergency * allows seni ... [More]

Website offering a complete listing of support services across Ontario for people wo are looking after a relative, friend or neighbour who has a health condition * also provides tips and advice Site l ... [More]

Personalized and compassionate care through quality health services, to enhance the well-being of people at vulnerable times in their lives with an acute or chronic condition as a result of a physical ... [More]

A chapter of a national, non-partisan, nonprofit organization committed to advocating for a 'A New Vision of Aging for Canada' social change that will bring financial security, equitable access to hea ... [More]

Companionship, respite care, and emotional support to people and their family/caregivers dealing with a life-threatening illness * dedicated team of caring staff and volunteers providing high quality ... [More]

An education and early intervention program that utilizes community referral sources to identify seniors living in severe self-neglect known as Diogenes Syndrome. Seniors identified as living in self- ... [More]

Organizes day bus trips for members and their guests, to ski areas in southern Ontario and northern New York State. * certified ski and snowboard instructors available for complimentary instruction * ... [More]

The group comes together to practice and play Celtic and Celtic-related music. * performs for local community groups such as seniors' residences and local adult organizations * provides sing-a-long ly ... [More]

Church Services: * two Sunday services, one in English and one in Portuguese * children's programs, nursery, toddler care during services Groups and programs: * junior and senior high youth groups * s ... [More]

In-home respite for the primary caregiver who is experiencing high level of stress * it is targeted for high acuity/high needs individuals and the caregivers who care for them * service is flexible to ... [More]

Provides a range of non-medical, assisted living services to support high risk seniors with complex needs to continue living independently in the comfort of their own homes, including personal hy ... [More]

A process available to adults and seniors with a developmental disability who reside in Halton * partners communities with individuals with complex needs to enhance their lives by creating strength-ba ... [More]

Multi-disciplinary organization that provides comprehensive chronic pain assessment and multi-modal treatment recommendations by a group of trained physicians and other healthcare professionals ... [More]

Details of the hour long cruise: * for groups of up to eight * free * dock located alongside Busby Park on Water Street, opposite Centennial Pool and the Centre for the Performing Arts * trips may be ... [More]

Church Services: * Sunday * Sunday at the Chartwell at Kerr location * Sunday school and nursery facilities are available at all services Groups-open to all youth in the community: * Spin (Grades 6-8) ... [More]

The building contains a mix of market (20%) and subsidized (80%) units, to accommodate a mixed target group of singles, families and seniors. * four barrier-free units are available for those with mob ... [More]

Services include: * weekly classes for South Asian children ages 5-18 years old * classes cover a set curriculum of lessons and activities based on each child's grade * children learn about the Hindu ... [More]

Private retirement home with a capacity of 10 residents * single and shared rooms * assisted living care home * respite/short stay available (for people with Alzheimer's disease and dementia) Services ... [More]

Burlington satellite location of the LDS Family History Centre in Hamilton, Ontario * provides use of microfilm and microfiche readers, printing and free access to online genealogical research tools, ... [More]

A research facility that assists persons to find historical and genealogical information concerning their ancestors. Extensive holdings for research in the British Isles and Ontario and access to gene ... [More]

Discussion covers all aspects, e.g. motive, plot, author, characters, themes, period of time written. The final discussion at the end of the meeting is "What makes this book a classic?" New members al ... [More]

Non-profit organization run by volunteers * free professional house cleaning and maid services to improve the lives of women undergoing treatment for any type of cancer * services provided once per mo ... [More]

Church services * Sunday worship * church school and nursery facilities available Groups and programs * Boys Club * Girls Club Rental Facilities: available to organized sports teams and community conc ... [More]

Provides intensive and frequent services on a visitation basis to assist adults with vision loss and additional functional needs to achieve their personal goals and enhance their ability to live indep ... [More]

A patient-based organization that understand the needs of those diagnosed with colorectal cancer and their families. * compassion, knowledge and understanding are offered through support groups across ... [More]

* maintains the Volunteer Halton Opportunities Database * links people who want to volunteer with organizations that need volunteers * provides leadership and education for volunteers and community ag ... [More]

Advocates on behalf of elderly (including individual residents and their families) and others in Ontario nursing homes * advocates for a quality long-term care system that meets the needs of residents ... [More]

Confidential information and referral service providing detailed descriptions of drug and alcohol treatment resources in Ontario, including how to access * maintains data and statistics about the addi ... [More]

Confidential telephone, chat, and email information and referral and listening service providing detailed descriptions of mental health services and supports in Ontario, including how to access them * ... [More]

Telephone service providing confidential information about gambling treatment resources in Ontario, including how to access them Web chat with information and referral specialist available * email for ... [More]

Independent provincial tribunal adjudicating issues of consent and capacity under various Ontario legislation, balancing the rights of vulnerable individuals with public safety * undertakes hearings a ... [More]

A 169 hectare park on the Niagara Escarpment in Burlington that includes geological features such as crevice caves, cliffs and talus slopes. * 5 km of cliff edge and forest trails for hiking * interpr ... [More]

A 645 hectare park on the Niagara Escarpment in Milton with a variety of geological and wetland features including a geological pot hole and beaver meadow. Offers: * 33 km of hiking, mountain biking a ... [More]

A 616 acre park on Niagara Escarpment in Milton with geological features that include crevice caves, cliffs and talus slopes. * 10 km of cliff edge and forest trails with connections to the Bruce Trai ... [More]

Activities: Various social activities for members and there guests including: monthly dances with live Music * Austrian and German food on Friday evenings only (September-June) at the clubhouse * see ... [More]

Provides small group support, follow up programs, and individual support as a bridge prior to group commencement. * volunteers are individuals who have experienced grief in their own lives * each volu ... [More]

An 80 acre living history and rural heritage crossroads community with more than 30 buildings and displays depicting the evolution of agriculture and rural life. Services and programs include: * farmi ... [More]

Church services: * Sun at 10 am * prayer gathering 9:15 am followed by coffee before worship service * lunch or refreshments following service * Sunday School grades 1-5 * nursery available for infant ... [More]

* medium sized, 25-45 people, who exist in a Christian community to reach a particular neighbourhood or network of relationships * led by regular people with a strong value on gospel rhythms and life ... [More]

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